Boeing has announced a new partnership with MRO provider COOPESA (Cooperativa Autogestionaria de Servicios Aeroindustriales) to add more freighter conversion capacity for the 737-800 in Latin America over the next few years. The US-based aircraft manufacturer predicts demand to reach 1,500 freighter conversions over the next 20 years thanks to growing demand from express and e-commerce markets. Boeing forecasts nearly 30 percent of that demand coming from North and Latin America, with around … [Read more...] about Boeing eyes Latin America for B737 freighter conversions
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SIAEC to set up new engine services division
SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has announced a new unit to grow its engine services business, as the company aims to be one of the world’s leading MRO providers. All engine-related services performed by SIAEC will be consolidated and developed under the new engine services division (ESD), which will be the “lead business channel” for the company’s joint ventures in Singapore. It will develop and provide value-added services, including engine maintenance, parts repair, storage and … [Read more...] about SIAEC to set up new engine services division
Coordinated Effort to Safely Return 737 MAX to Service
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged state aviation safety regulators to continue to align on technical validation requirements and timelines for the safe re-entry into service of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The announcement came at the conclusion of the second Boeing 737 MAX Summit organized by IATA. “The Boeing 737 MAX tragedies weigh heavily on an industry that holds safety as its top priority. We trust the Federal Aviation Administration, in its role as the … [Read more...] about Coordinated Effort to Safely Return 737 MAX to Service
SIAEC signs service agreement for SilkAir Boeing 737
Mainboard-listed SIA Engineering Company Limited (SIAEC) announced the signing of its comprehensive Services Agreement with SilkAir (Singapore) Private Limited (SilkAir) for its latest fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The Company currently has existing Services Agreements with SilkAir for its Airbus A320 and Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The new agreement for the 37 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft is for a term of 12 years, with an option to renew for a further period of 5 years. The Company’s … [Read more...] about SIAEC signs service agreement for SilkAir Boeing 737
Xiamen Airlines signs MoU with Boeing
Boeing and Xiamen Airlines announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the 2017 Paris Air Show for 10 737 MAX 10 airplanes, valued at $1.2 billion at list prices; becoming one of the launch customers for the newest member of Boeing's 737 MAX family. The airline will work closely with Boeing and relevant stakeholders to finalize the agreement for 10 737 MAX 10 Airplanes, which requires the approval of Xiamen Airlines' board of directors, the China Southern … [Read more...] about Xiamen Airlines signs MoU with Boeing
